Improving Coverage and Care for Mothers Act

Senate Bill 1977 - Improving Coverage and Care for Mothers Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1977 Improving Coverage and Care for Mothers Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 9:30 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1977

Improving Coverage and Care for Mothers Act

This bill expands the scope of Medicaid coverage of pregnant women, including by extending coverage to all pregnant women regardless of otherwise applicable requirements, requiring one year of postpartum coverage, and expanding coverage to include services provided by doulas, midwives, and lactation consultants.

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Current Status of Bill S 1977

Bill S 1977 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill S 1977 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2021. Bill S 1977's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of June 8, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1977

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1977

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Child health

- Health care costs and insurance

- Health care coverage and access

- Health personnel

- Medicaid

- Poverty and welfare assistance

- Sex and reproductive health

- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1977

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide Medicaid coverage for all pregnant and postpartum women, to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for services provided by doulas, midwives, and lactation consultants, and for other purposes.

Improving Coverage and Care for Mothers Act